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Intel and Hitachi Form Multi-Year Pact to Embed Physical AI in Industrial Infrastructure
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Intel and Hitachi Form Multi-Year Pact to Embed Physical AI in Industrial Infrastructure

Intel and Hitachi have announced a multi-year collaboration to integrate advanced computing, physical AI, and digital infrastructure across manufacturing, energy, and mobility. The partnership spans five areas including foundry tools, quantum computing, energy optimization, custom silicon, and edge-AI factory automation, signaling Intel’s push beyond data centers into mission-critical industrial environments.

Accenture Invests in Aera Technology to Scale Agentic AI for Smarter Supply Chains
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Accenture Invests in Aera Technology to Scale Agentic AI for Smarter Supply Chains

Accenture has made a strategic investment in Aera Technology via its venture arm, aiming to bring agentic AI-driven automation to global supply chains. The partnership targets industries such as consumer goods, high-tech, and life sciences, enabling real-time decision-making and proactive risk management. The Hershey Company is already using the platform to navigate volatility.